India’s major ports achieved a 4.3% increase in cargo handling, totaling 855 million tonnes in 2024-25, according to an official statement. This growth was fueled by a 10% rise in container throughput, 13% in fertiliser cargo, 3% in petroleum, oil, and lubricant (POL) handling, and a significant 31% in miscellaneous commodities compared to the prior fiscal year.
The country’s 12 major ports, owned and governed by the Indian government, include Deendayal, Mumbai, Jawaharlal Nehru, and Chennai ports, among others. POL cargo led the port activity, handling 254.5 million tonnes, followed by container traffic at 193.5 million tonnes and coal at 186.6 million tonnes.
Notably, the Paradip Port Authority and Deendayal Port Authority each surpassed the 150 million tonne mark for the first time, marking their significance in maritime trade. The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority also set a record, managing 7.3 million TEUs, reflecting a 13.5% year-on-year growth.
In FY 2024-25, Indian ports designated 962 acres for industrialisation, expecting to generate ₹7,565 crore in income. Private sector participation has surged, with investments in public-private partnership projects tripling to ₹3,986 crore, underscoring strong investor confidence in port development.
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